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Aquarium maintenance is an essential regular activity that provides a stable, healthy environment for fish and plants. The key to an effective program is to fulfill basic, simple tasks, which, when performed on a regular basis, take very little time and result in a clean, thriving aquarium display. Ongoing biological processes can deplete water of essential ingredients and cause nitrate accumulation and other non-desirable substances. Most expert aquarists will agree that regular partial water changes represent a key element in fish health and condition. Always ensure that the replacement water has been treated with Aqua Plus and is of the same temperature as the aquarium.
The following lists of maintenance activities and equipment serve as a general guide to maintaining a stable aquatic environment. Variations in percentage and frequency can exist due to stocking density and types of livestock kept.
Maintenance Tips:
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Never change more than 40% of aquarium water at a time. |
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Never empty the entire aquarium to clean it. This causes undue stress on fish and will disturb the biological balance of your aquarium. |
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Only change half of your filter media at a time, to retain the established biological balance. |
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NEVER use soap or any detergent on your aquarium or any products used in or around your aquarium. |
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When cleaning the inside glass of your aquarium, avoid picking up pieces of gravel, as this will scratch the glass. |
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Limit the amount of times you put your hands in the water. Oils and films may cause stress in fish. It is preferable to use the Multi-Tool. |
Algae Magnet, Multi-Vac Gravel Cleaner,
Easy Clean Siphon Cleaner, Fish Net,
Multi-Tool and Deep Reach Algae Scrub.
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